ADE MATTI
Senior Buyer
Richmond,Texas
Summary
Experienced Senior Buyer with 13+ years in the industry, holding the Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certification. Proficient in Procurement, contract administration, and claims management, I possess a versatile skill set covering inventory management, contract negotiation, vendor performance enhancement, multi-facility inventory optimization, project resource allocation, strategic sourcing, RFQ bid analysis, cost-saving initiatives, robust supplier relationship building, favorable pricing negotiations, contract evaluation, expedited procurement, technical collaboration, and punctual deliveries. My proven track record showcases my aptitude for innovative problem-solving in purchasing and my deep expertise in engineered equipment procurement terms. Committed to delivering quantifiable results that bolster my employers' bottom-line success, I am distinguished by my exceptional written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal effectiveness, and proficiency in problem resolution.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
SENIOR BUYER
KINDER MORGAN, INC
HOUSTON, TEXAS
08.2019 - Current
- Coordinates all RFP processes, manages pre-qualification for bidders, facilitates bid comparison forms, solicitation and makes recommendations to applicants
- Oversaw and negotiated purchase orders for mechanical, electrical, and electronic commodities, as well as items fabricated in accordance with engineering specifications
- Stay abreast of supplier technical capabilities, organizational changes, and relationships to provide positive feedback
- Experienced in leading the proposal and selection process, including facilitating pre-bid meetings with stakeholders and report order status to project manager
- Collaborated with our key suppliers to manage any issues or risks, including on-time deliveries, invoicing, and financial risks
- Possesses demonstrated leadership abilities, effectively providing guidance and mentorship to junior buyers while exhibiting exceptional interpersonal skills
- Exceptional ability to evaluate and negotiate the procurement of equipment, materials, and subcontracts
- Conducted high-level negotiations with our major suppliers and provided strategic direction and expertise for project managers and the management
- Trained our regional administrative staff on how to efficiently create purchase requisitions in our ERP system, resulting in a 35% reduction in processing time
- Leads high-value supplier negotiations, developing strategies, negotiating terms, and coordinating with project and legal services.
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
BAKER HUGHES
ODESSA, Midland, TX
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Exclusively sourced, quoted, and purchased MRO material for four Midland, Texas facilities
- Saved the district $245k by returning obsolete parts and assemblies to suppliers for remanufacturing
- Consolidating the supply base resulted in an increase in procurement efficiency
- Over $870K in savings in 2018 were directly attributed to me through re-cost negotiations
- Manage potential supply chain risks and take proactive measures to resolve potential issues
- Analyzed pricing proposals, market trends, and cost structures to enhance purchasing decisions
- Collaborated with the AP to rectify invoice discrepancies and ensured that suppliers received payment promptly
- Reviewed material and equipment requests to determine the best vendor based on price, delivery and quality with minimal oversight.
BUYER II
JYOTI AMERICAS LLC
Conroe, TX
05.2014 - 06.2018
- Responsible for procuring all raw materials and MROs, including capital equipment that exceeds $6.5 annually
- Annual savings of $650,000 by quoting and qualifying steel products from a new supplier while eliminating all inventory
- Executed purchase orders and agreements in accordance with best business practices
- Proficient in evaluating supplier performance, addressing invoice and delivery issues, and implementing process improvements as required
- Participation in all bid preparation meetings, bid review meetings and supplier kickoff meetings
- Implemented the recommendations to enhance policies and procedures.
BUYER
GSE ENVIRONMENTAL LLC
HOUSTON
04.2013 - 03.2014
- Handled purchase orders and product delivery, including establishing on-time schedule agreements
- Work cross-functionally and resolve procurement issues across the organization, consistent with our procurement policy and processes
- Maintaining significant cost savings through research and negotiation consistently results in 17% savings on an annual basis
- Worked closely with internal and external suppliers to ensure that all goods were received within the required timeframes and at the required quality levels
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of supplier performance, fostering mutually beneficial relationships.
BUYER
SUNCOR ENERGY
Calgary, AB
11.2010 - 02.2013
- Facilitated the negotiation of favorable terms and conditions and strategic pricing for materials and equipment with vendors
- Skilled in managing supplier submittals to ensure efficient execution of agreements
- Ensured timely delivery of purchased materials by verifying the order status and communicating the status to relevant stakeholders
- Identified potential suppliers, assessed their capabilities, and negotiated advantageous terms and contracts
- Effectively communicated with Engineering to aid and guide them in preparing purchase requisitions for raw materials and equipment procurement.
Education
MBA - Supply Chain Management
UHD Marilyn Davies College of Business
Houston, TX 08.2021 - 05.2023
Graduate Certificate - Supply Chain Management
UHD Marilyn Davies College of Business
Houston, TX 08.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Lethbridge
Calgary, Alberta 09.2012 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Lagos
Lagos, Nigeria 09.1999 - 06.2006
Skills
Materials Management
Certification
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
Timeline
MBA - Supply Chain Management
UHD Marilyn Davies College of Business
08.2021 - 05.2023
Graduate Certificate - Supply Chain Management
UHD Marilyn Davies College of Business
08.2021 - 07.2022
SENIOR BUYER
KINDER MORGAN, INC
08.2019 - Current
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
BAKER HUGHES
06.2018 - 08.2019
BUYER II
JYOTI AMERICAS LLC
05.2014 - 06.2018
BUYER
GSE ENVIRONMENTAL LLC
04.2013 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Lethbridge
09.2012 - 05.2014
BUYER
SUNCOR ENERGY
11.2010 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Lagos
09.1999 - 06.2006